Night Cargo Flight Crash in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (4L-AFS)

Flight Details and Accident Overview The aircraft was operating a cargo flight from Entebbe to Pointe-Noire. The route included an intermediate stop in Bujumbura, Burundi, for refueling. ## Accident Circumstances After takeoff, the aircraft was proceeding to the west at night when it struck the slope of Mt Kafinda, which is 3,100 metres high. The impact occurred about 25 km south of Uvira. ## Wreckage and Casualties The wreckage was located on hilly and wooded terrain. All six occupants of the aircraft were killed in the accident. ## Investigation Notes The source does not identify the aircraft type, registration, operator, or date, and it does not state a probable cause.